repaired · 2020 Q4
Disc: caliper
Risk. Excessive brake drag can increase the risk of crash.
2017 Harley-Davidson XG750Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2017 Harley-Davidson XG750, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 18V-927 the manufacturer reports only 60% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 10, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Harley-Davidson XG750 has problems
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Service brakes
1Engine
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2017 Harley-Davidson XG750 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Harley-Davidson.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other XG750 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the XG750 median. How we score
'15'16'17'18'19
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What XG750 owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The rear brake failed and it got very hot. It appears that the rear brake was fixed under a recall but it's happening again
Own a 2017 XG750?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.